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Nesco FD-35 User Manual

Nesco FD-35
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Food Dehydrator & Jerky Maker
Recipe & Use Book
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Nesco FD-35 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNesco
ModelFD-35
CategoryKitchen Appliances
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safeguards

Dehydrator Use and Care

Initial Setup

Basic steps for setting up the dehydrator before first use.

Trays and Top Cover Care

Instructions for cleaning the dehydrator trays and top lid.

Blower Care

Guidance on cleaning the dehydrator's blower unit safely.

General Drying Guidelines

Experimentation and Practice

Encourages experimenting with drying variables for best results.

Nutrient Retention and Quality

Advice on working fast and continuous drying for optimal food quality.

Even Spreading and Adding Produce

Tips on spreading food evenly and not mixing fresh with partially dried items.

Drying Process Details

Pretreatment Methods

Explains pretreating fruits and blanching vegetables for better drying.

Drying Time and Testing

Factors affecting drying time and methods to test food for dryness.

Fruit Drying Chart

Vegetable Drying Chart

Snacks and Recipes

Recipe Showcase

Features various snack recipes like Cheesy Corn Chips, Harvest Granola, and Fruit Rolls.

Drying Fruit Rolls

Selection and Preparation

Guidance on choosing fruits and preparing them for fruit roll-ups.

Drying Process

Instructions for drying fruit purée into leathers on fruit roll sheets.

Drying Jerky

Jerky Selection and Preparation

Advice on choosing lean meats and preparing them for jerky.

Jerky Drying and Storage

Details on drying times, oil removal, and proper storage of jerky.

Using the Jerky Works Kit

Storing Your Dried Food

Packaging Methods

Discusses ideal packaging materials for dried foods like vacuum bags and jars.

Storage Best Practices

Tips on storing dried foods to preserve quality and prevent spoilage.

Storage, Labeling, and Record Keeping

Storage Guidelines

Guidelines for ideal storage temperature and preventing insect infestation.

Labeling Procedures

Importance of labeling dehydrated foods with product name, date, and quantity.

Record Keeping

Importance of recording drying and storage details for technique improvement.

Rehydrating and Cooking Dried Food

Rehydration Methods

Techniques for rehydrating dried foods using water or other liquids.

Cooking with Dehydrated Ingredients

How to incorporate rehydrated foods into cooking and adjusting liquid amounts.

Warranty and Service Satisfaction

Warranty Information

Details of the one-year limited warranty and coverage.

Service Procedures

Steps for contacting customer service and returning products for repair.

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